The Kelly Family

Legoland

2012-01-21T14:11:00.001-06:00

Today the new carpet is being installed so Grandma, me, and the boys had to get out of our house. We decided to take the kids to Legoland. What fun!

Waiting our turn to go in.

Ian got stuck up in the play area.

Having a little fun on the slide.

Lego Puppy and Ian.

Waiting to race his Lego car that he made all by himself. He won 1 out of 4 races. :0)

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Day off

2012-01-17T11:00:00.001-06:00

Monday Connor had the day off from school and our Moms PTA group went to the Dallas Natural Museum. I have to say both kids had a great time. The museum was very kid friendly. We will be going back with an extra set of adult hands:0)

Walking in the spiderwebs. ( I hope that No Doubt song is in your head now)

Connor is milking the cow. Actual water came out if you squeezed correctly. The kids thought that was cool.

Ian riding the horse at the "farm" center.

Check this handsome firefighter out. He melts my heart.

Digging for Dino bones or getting dirty I don't know which? :0)We had a great time makingMemories with friends. Posted using BlogPress from my iPhone

A few of my favorite things

2011-12-30T13:19:00.005-06:00

I would like to say that I took millions of photos this Christmas season and have them all stashed away for photo books to come, but I don't. I totally forgot my camera at every party and when we made the trek to Denver City for the big day! UGH is all I can say for myself...Thankfully my sisters-in-laws got some great shots for those photo books that I hope to do "one of these days", but for the purpose of this blog, YOU get family portraits! I love them. They turned out so great I am in love with these three boys in my life. Thank you Christine Harvey for making memories I can have forever!

Before we got out of the car, each one of them got the "this is important to me" talk. Two of the three cooperated. We take what we can get from Ian. We have since then figured out how to get him to smile on command...BRIBERY!!!

We had a wonderful Christmas/December teaching the boys about Christ and the reason we BELIEVE! Merry Late Christmas and a Happy NEW YEAR!

The most wonderful time of the year

2011-12-10T21:34:00.001-06:00

What an awesome holiday season this has been. We have really tried to stress the importance of this Christmas season to Connor. We have talked about baby Jesus and the Wise men, the shepherds, to baby Jesus being born in a manger. He is loving reading all the books and singing the songs.

Ian was not to sure about this. Connor wanted to talk to him longer :0)

Friends watching the Nutcracker at the Dallas Children's Theater.

Getting ready for Santa Clause at Casa Mañana.

Making gingerbread houses.

Just a little brotherly love. These two melt my heart.

Riding the carousel at Bass Pro Shop.

Merry Christmas!!!
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Random November

2011-11-29T14:23:00.001-06:00

Yep, I missed another month. Ugh where does time go? The boys are doing great. We are all gearing up for a fun filled holiday season.

We got our first pair of glasses! It only took Ian 3 weeks to break them.

Ian being silly:0)

It was hard being a Red Raider this season. It didn't stop us from taking Connor to a game...we left at halftime:0(

Ian seems to get himself in predicaments all the time.

Shrek the Halls at the Gaylord. Yes it was COLD. Yes it was EXPENSIVE. Yes Ian was MISERABLE. Yes Connor loved SLEDDING!!!!

Not a great picture, but he loved sledding!

Here's to getting a fee more posts in during the month of December.

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Another weekend at the Farm

2011-10-31T14:05:00.001-05:00

This past weekend James decided to make a quick trip to Lubbock/Denver City to the Texas Tech game. The boys and I decided to go halfway with him and stay the weekend at the farm with mom and dad. Here are a few of the things we did.

Here are the pumpkins we carved. Papa and Connor carved the face and Ian and I carved the kitty cat on the fence.

Ian fell asleep in the warm sun while riding the mule.

Papa says every 4 year old should learn to drive. He let Connor loose on 100 acres. Luckily all he needed was the path around the barn.

Connor and his fish. Papa did throw the line but Connor reeled it in. He sure did NOT want to touch the fish though.

Fishing at the tank.

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15 months

2011-10-28T19:14:00.001-05:00

I took Ian to the dr. this morning for his 15 month ckup. He is still on the "petite" curve.

He is:
*Weighing in at 21.10 pounds 10-15%
*length is 30.5 inches 25-50%
*head is 15%

Some things I want to remember:
-He loves to torture Connor.
-he continues to put everything in his mouth.
-Ian is eating all table foods with the exception when we go out to eat or we are in a bind he still will eat baby food.
- He has a temper and will show it to you if he doesn't get his way.
-he has the sweetest smile.

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Happy Birthday Dad!

2011-10-26T21:15:00.001-05:00

This past weekend was James' birthday. We had a great time celebrating. I "let" James pick his own present out this year...two tickets to the World Series! He actually picked ME to go with him. It was fun hanging out and enjoying each others company. Because we went to the game we didn't get to celebrate with the kids. On Monday we ordered our favorite cupcakes and sang Happy Birthday to the BEST daddy two boys could ask for!

On our way to the game! I love you!

Celebrating at the end of the game.

Awesome! I get chills/teary eyed every time the anthem is played!

Go RANGERS!!!!
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One last Summer trip to Galveston

2011-10-11T09:51:00.000-05:00

The day after James and I returned from the Bahamas we loaded up the boys and went to the beach. We rented a very nice beach house and spent time with the family. Ian was a bit under the weather and very clingy since I had just left him for 5 days. Connor had a blast playing in the waves and digging in the sand.

Here are a few pictures from our trip:

I finally think I've caught up on my summer blogs...now onto FALL.

Bahamas

2011-10-06T09:15:00.001-05:00

At the end of August James and I took our 10 year anniversery trip to the Bahamas. We had a great time relaxing, hanging out at the beach, and resting. We spent most of our time relaxing on the beach. We thought hurricane Irene was going to put a damper on our plans, but she didn't and off we went (without our precious boys). I was fine during the days, but at night and early in the mornings I was homesick for the boys. They were in great hands, Nana & Papa stayed two nights with them and Grandma & Papa finished out the last part.

This was the view on our beach. Due to Irene the beaches were not crowded at all.

I spent many hours here!

We made several trips over to Paradise Island (home of Atlantis) and visited the ca

sino and walked around the property of the hotel. It is an amazing place. Hopefully one day soon we will take the kids back to visit.

What an AWESOME trip to take with James. I love him so much, here's to many more years of happiness. I love you James David Kelly!!!

The Big 1 for Sweet Ian

2011-09-30T09:56:00.000-05:00

My baby turned one in that crazy month called JULY! What were we thinking having both kids born 11 days apart. It sure does make this mommy lose her mind. Ian is amazing. He is funny, he loves Connor, and lights up when he sees mommy and daddy. We had a birthday party for family for both boys. They each got to blow out candles and have their own cake. Ian wasn't quite sure about the whole cake thing at first, but he got down and dirty and soon decided he really liked it.

Some things I want to remember about Ian:

*He is a bit wobbly, but can walk

*He eats pretty much what we eat, but I still feed him baby food (fruits/veggies)

*He watches everything that Connor does

*He is attached to mommy and daddy

Stats:

Length: 29 1/2 inches tall 65%

weight: 20.3 pounds 25-50%

Head: 75 %

Ian,

You light up our world. We love you so much. Your smile and happy attitude makes the room light up. We love and pray that God continues to mold you into a loving little brother. Happy Birthday little guy!

Love,

Mom & Dad

Connor turned 4!

2011-09-27T09:41:00.001-05:00

Wow! What a busy month July was for us. I know September is nearly over, but I finally got all my pictures together. We had a great time celebrating at Best Gymnastics with all of Connors friends. They did a great job with the kiddos and Connor loved it which is all that truly matters.

Some things I want to remember:

*Sweet smile

*Willingness to try new things

*Loves mom and dad...and Ian

*Can write his name and beginning to sound letters out

Stats:

Height: 43 inches 97%

Weight: 42 pounds 97%

and blood pressure was great!

Connor,

You are an amazing little boy! We love you so much Your curiosity and love for life makes my heart happy. We pray that you continue to follow in Gods path. We are so thankful God chose us to be your parents. Happy 4th birthday big guy!

Love,

Mom & Dad

My 30th Birthday Bash

2011-09-23T13:47:00.001-05:00

My birthday was perfect! The boys spoiled me. Connor got me my very own PINK WII remote and James got me a new laptop.

After Ians morning nap we took the boys o Kids Kastle to play and feed the ducks. We ate lunch out and came home and put the boys down for a nap.

Connor was up and ready for cake and singing.

Daddy and Connor playing hide and seek from Ian and I.

My little monkey.

Connor found a friend and went and played tag with him.

With an 8th Wonder cupcake, they sang Happy Birthday to me. I have 3 pretty awesome boys that take care of me.
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Sweet boys

2011-08-18T21:51:00.001-05:00

I skipped one if the most important months, July, but I'm trying to get all my pictures together from the bday parties. So those posts are coming.

Sweet brotherly love...most of the time.

Riding the train at the mall. Connor is such a funny guy and Ian was mad that the conductor told him he had to sit during the ride.

Silly boy, hiding the WII remotes in the towel drawer.

Connor participating at his WinKids class.

Kicking the soccer ball.

Here he is with his ribbon for doing awesome in the class!

What sweet boys we have. Two true blessings!!!

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Happy 4th of July

2011-07-03T21:54:00.001-05:00

Spent the weekend at the farm. Lots of family, food, and fun.

Here are a few pictures...also trying out the new blogpress from my phone.

That's me trying to shoot clay pigeons.

Papa and Ian :0)

Sweet Ian

Connor and Uncle Bubba driving on the dirt road.

Doing a little fishing.

Had a great time Nana, Papa, Uncle Bubba, and Michelle. We love you.

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A few Random Pictures

2011-06-22T10:48:00.000-05:00

One day I picked up my camera and took a few shots of pictures of the boys. Ian is the typical little brother. He is into everything, seems to always be in the dog bowls, and bothers BIG brother all the time. Connor can make Ian's name into about 10 syllables, and I know that is when things are fixing to turn from good to bad. Ian puts things in his mouth and that drives Connor crazy. He tears up the train table, climbs the gate to the stairs, and recently has started trying to get out of his bed! Look at the face!

This is his biting face. He loves to chomp. I told James that if Ian went to daycare he would be the bitter.

Smile :0) If you notice the two outside top teeth are coming in before the middle two. BIZARRE!!

Ian loves to play in the kitchen and eat all the pretend food. We have to make sure to keep all little toys out of that area!

Sweet Connor! This is the only picture he would let me take of him. At least he is smiling. He is growing up so fast. I love you boys!!!

Just another day in Paradise...or Flower Mound!

2011-06-20T10:35:00.000-05:00

Summer is in full swing and this is how we spend the majority of our time...in the pool. We have a HOA pool that is in walking distance from our house, but Connor loves the CAC (community action center)! He loves the lazy river and splash zone. He has discovered that if he wears his life jacket he can go pretty much anywhere (with mommy) that he wants. Ian even loved the zero entry depth. He would sit in the bubblers and play and watch the big kids kick and splash in front of him Having a little lunch.

"Look what I can do, mom!"

Splish, splash!

Having a little fun in the sun.Playing with the bubblers.

I also have to mention that Ian has started swimming lessons, yes at 10 months old. I kept telling James that I don't want to have the same problems with water that we do with Connor. Connor still dosen't like water on his face or in his eyes. Let's face it, no one does, but he can't even deal with it! Hence the goggles. Anyways, Ian is the youngest in his swim class and loves to kick, blow bubbles, and splash all the other kids with water. I know he is not going to learn to swim from this, but being comfortable in the water is my hope!

Sea World

2011-06-16T13:05:00.003-05:00

A few weekends ago James and I took Connor on a special trip. We spent the night at mom and dads on Friday and Saturday morning at 6:15 am we left for SEA WORLD! We didn't tell him where we were going until we arrived at the gates of the park. He was so excited, but even more happy that it was just for HIM! We left Ian at mom and dads and spent the entire day doing what he wanted to...and a few shows that I wanted to see. We got back to Hillsboro about 9:30 that same night. It was a long day, but Connor did great and had a great time. Plus we saved some money by not spending the night. Fun memories!!!

The Shamu ride with daddy :0)

Watching the Killer Whale Show. I have to say we were a little bummed because the trainers no longer get in the water during this show anymore due to the situation last summer when a trainer was killed during a show. Still very cool to watch and Connor didn't seem to mind, although he will tell you that the show COULD have been better if they did get in the water. Funny little guy!

Playing at the Sesame Street water park. He much preferred the big water park with the splash waves and tube rides.

Watching the Beluga Whale show eating Cotton candy!

Jammies and a Ne-Ne...we are not going to be able to do to many more of these special trips Ian is sure to catch on. This might be something we do for each of the boys as they get older. It's nice to spend one on one time with each child!

Love you Connor Boy!!!!!!!!!!!

A Trip to DC

2011-06-10T19:55:00.002-05:00

A few weeks ago we set out for a trip to Grandma and Papa's in DC. The boys did great traveling. We spent a lot of time in the pool with Mikhayla and Kassidy. We even got to spend time with Gran (James' grandmother). Ians first time in the pool. A little chilly but he enjoyed it.

Snuggling with Gran after his pool time. I bet lots of stories are being told :)

Gran got to meet her newest great grandson, Trevor. Ben and his family were visiting from Houston and decided to spend the day in DC.

Connor has no FEAR!!!

My sweet boy!

We had a great time in DC relaxing and spending time with family!

9-10 Month Stats

2011-06-02T15:00:00.000-05:00

Due to a ear infection Ian missed his original 9 month apt. and we rescheduled to check ears and get the 9 month apt in. Needless to say he still had an ear infection...so onto 10 MORE days of a STRONGER antibiotic. With the initial ear infection he was running fever and very moody, i.e. stopped nursing and forced him to take a bottle. The one good thing that has come out of all these antibiotics is he is no longer having bowel issues. Praise the Lord!

Stats:

19 pounds 9 oz 25%

27.5 inches 25%

Head 50%

He eats 4 6-ounce bottles a day. He also takes a morning nap (45 min) and an afternoon nap(1hour 30 min). He is FINALLY sleeping great at night, about 11 1/2 hours. He loves to play with Connor and get in the middle of everything. He has learned to climb the gate and chew on the railing. He is a happy little guy!

"Look Mom, checking myself out!"

I have to say, he fell out of the chair as soon as I snapped this picture. Nothing a little snuggling wouldn't cure.

At Connor's gymnastics practice.

Ian is loving life and competes with big bro for all the attention. For the most part, they play great together!

End of the Year Party

2011-05-31T20:51:00.002-05:00

Last week was Connor's last day of school. We had a great time at his party. I dropped Ian off at Adventure Kids and I got to spend the entire three hours with Connor. We had a carnival theme, painted on tote bags, and had ice cream sundaes. We love the school that Connor goes to and he had a great year in the 3 year old class. Connor knows all the letters and can count to 25. This summer will will work on sounding out words and writing letters (hopefully)!

Mrs. Sigler's 3 year old class. Bobbing for ducks!

Blowing bubbles :0)

What a sweet smile!

Happy Summer!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Easter Egg Hunting -PTA

2011-05-04T10:13:00.000-05:00

Our local PTA had its annual Easter Egg hunt. My adorable boys... Paige and Connor hunting together.

Playing together after the big hunt. By the way, she is ADORABLE!!!

Ian and Ella tagging along with Big Bros. once agian.

The Easter Bunny posing with Paige and Connor. Right after I clicked the picture Connor leaned over and gave Paige the sweetest kiss ever!

Have a great week! :0)

Easter with Nana, Papa, Eric, and the girls

2011-05-03T10:18:00.001-05:00

We spent Easter with my parents, Eric, Michelle, and the girls. We had a blast. Lots of eating, playing with trains, and hunting Easter Eggs. It amazes me how interested Connor was in the "true" meaning of Easter. He is at a fun age where everything interests him. He was very curious about God, the soldiers, and the nails in His hands and feet. We are still and hopefully will continue to foster the love of God in our children. I see His work daily in our lives. Cute boys

Miss Kira loving on Ian!

Maci, Kira, and Connor coloring eggs. What beauties!!!

Connor's darn allergies...he couldn't even see his Winnie the Pooh kite.

Getting ready to hunt for eggs in the wind.

Thank you God for your sacrifice!

Grandma and Papa's visit

2011-05-01T10:06:00.000-05:00

A few weeks ago James' parents came to visit for the weekend. It was a full, fun-filled, weekend. We had a balstball game scheduled, swimming lessons, and finally the early childhood PTA that we are in held its annual auction. Here are a few pictures...
Run Connor, Run

Sweet Ian doing what he does best...tagging along.

Going after a ball...

Grandma, Papa, and the boys

What a handsome group of Kelly boys...wishing John and CT could have joined!

Have a great week!:0)

Art and Science Night

2011-04-18T15:38:00.005-05:00

Last week was Art and Science Night at Connors school. His teacher happens to be the only one that puts on a performace for the parents along with the open house. These 3 year olds did great! So cute and great projects.

Connor and one of his best buddies!

Getting ready for their performace of "Rainbow Fish" (title of a book, supposed to be underlined but I can't figure it out)

Some of Connor's artwork. It's a "blue horse".

Our very favorite....Mrs. Sigler. Great job!!!

Plants, frogs, fish, and snake skin.

Thanks Nana and Papa for coming. We love you Connor Kelly!!!

It's Luigi time

2011-04-06T21:30:00.002-05:00

Connor loves to play our Wii, so I have to be careful or he would play it ALL the TIME! We started off with little figurines and have moved on to the dress up clothes. We are currently in the process of looking for a "twisty hat" like the one you can win on the game that allows the Bros. to fly. He loves to go outside and let the neighborhood kiddos see him wearing the costumes. As you can tell the mostasche really bothered him, but the picture had the little boy wearing it so Connor had to have it on also! Caught him in action holding the picture that came in the box with the costume to show everyone.

I love you, Luigi!!!!

Compare/Contrast

2011-04-04T21:21:00.002-05:00

Here are a few pictures to compare the sizes of Connor and Ian. Ian

Ian

WOW!!! Connor

Connor!

It amazes me to check the stats and see the pictures to compare the boys. It amazes me that both of these sweet boys have similar features but are totally different on the size and scale.

8 months and counting...organizing

2011-04-01T21:08:00.003-05:00

Here comes my broken record statement..."Where has the time gone?" Sweet Ian is a great baby. He gives smiles freely and loves his big bro. We don't go back to the dr. until his 9 month check up so no big stats this month. I have started "meats" if you can call them that. They smell grrrooosss! I actually gave him real boiled chicken tonight and he loved that. My mom keeps saying things like, "You didn't do that with Connor this early" or "you would have never..." And she is right. Something about feeling more comfortable the second go around and knowing that I survived all the firsts with Connor. I had James get down all the totes so I could organize and see what clothes I had and this is the mess I ended up with. 8 -40 gallon totes and an abundance of clothes. 2 days and 4 naps later I had it under control and back up in the attic. Somewhere along the way Connor skipped the size 9-12 months completely so Ian FINALLY gets NEW CLOTHES!!!! (just a few)!!!

Sweet Smiley :0)

Connor has become a great big brother.

"Yea, mommy"

He is such a ham. He loves to clap his feet together.

Have a great weekend!

Go Pirates!

2011-03-26T14:26:00.002-05:00

We had our first blastball game this morning. Connor did a great job and the weather was beautiful. Nana and Papa came to cheer him on!

GOOOO Pirates!

March Madness

2011-03-19T20:11:00.004-05:00

Connor's sweet friend Paige invited us to go Shamrock Hunting with their moms group on St. Patty's day. We had a ball. The weather was beautiful and the kiddos loved playing at the park. "Moooommmmm"!

Brotherly Love :0)

Ian didn't want to share the spotlight with big bro!

Elly and Connor playing outside at our Tech mommy playgroup.

Kenley and Ian hanging out. These two are 6 days apart and Kenley is crawling everywhere...Ian just sits.

Ian's first tooth came in while we were at the farm over Spring Break and he ran a low grade fever. I know that every doctor/medicine/website/book that I have read says that babies don't run fever with teething...BALONEY!!!! Mine kids do! When the tooth finally broke through he was a bit more cordial, but while we were at the farm and still a little bit even now all he wants is ME! He can say Bubba and Ma-Ma and reaches for whoever he wants to go to.

Connor is still doing good. He takes one step forward and two steps back with swimming. His vocabulary is amazing and he says the funniest things! He can negotiate and bargain with the best of them :0)

My Valentines!...& 7 month pictures

2011-03-04T09:42:00.004-06:00

I sound like a broken record, but where does time go? Here it is almost Spring Break!!! I remember last year at this time I was almost 20 weeks pregnant and getting ready to go on a cruise...boy do I wish the second of the two were true for this year also!!!

Ian has FINALLY turned a corner. He is sleeping better, I'm only feeding him once a night about 4:30 am and he is sleeping until 7:30. I can handle this for a few more months then I will transition him into no night time feedings! He loves to watch Connor play and giggles at him constantly. God knew exactly what He was doing when he made sibling (brotherly) love. For the most part Connor is really good with him, he does get rough but Ian loves every moment of it.

Connor has been busy with school, playgroups, swimming lessons, and now blastball practice. Fot those of you who don't know what blastball is, it is tee ball but the kiddos only run to first base and jump on the base and it squeaks. They are trying to teach the 3/4 year olds the basics. It is fun to watch all the kiddos run after one ball!!! I am also happy to report swimming lessons are going GREAT! We discovered if he wears goggles the water dosen't seem to bother him as much. He is now asking to go instead of me dragging him in there.

I hardly ever report about James or myself , but we are just staying busy with the boys, housework, and life in general! Not much to complain about these days...

Happy 7 months Sweet Ian. Ian loves being outside.

He is getting so big!

Connor at his Valentine Party at school.

Eating breakfact with the Valentine goodies Mommy and Daddy got for him :0)

Happy Friday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A&M Volleyball and swimming

2011-02-17T16:33:00.003-06:00

Last weekend mom, dad, the boys and I met Eric, Michelle, and the girls in College Station so Michelle and I could play in a vball tourney. We had a great time. It was a long day for the kiddos but they did great. The good news is Michelle and I didn't injure ourselves to bad besides the normal sorness and a few brusies. Connor was worn out by the 5th game and ready to go home.

I'm #4! Haven't played since Connor was born. I don't think that I played that bad, just VERY sore. I got to meet some really neat girls (young) and have fun!

Nana and Papa in the hot tube!

Michelle and Ian :0)

Kira, Maci, and Connor enjoying the pool.

It was a fun (short) trip can't wait until next time!

6 months old

2011-02-14T19:44:00.002-06:00

Sweet Ian is 6 months old! Wow, he is a super happy baby who, for some reason, doesn't like to sleep. At this very moment James and I are doing the let him "cry it out" method. We are going on day 2 and it seems to be going okay. He has only cried for a few minutes each night. We did this with Connor and now he is a good sleeper as far as getting in his bed and waking in his bed. He has never tried to even crawl into our bed! We are trying to teach Ian to self sooth, by doing this it makes bed time routine so easy!

Ian had his 6 month check up:
17 pounds 50 %
27 inches 75%
head 45%
He has decided that he could care less about solid foods. We thought he would love fruits and he doesn't. He does however like to drink water out of a plastic bottle and he likes to play with a sippy cup. The pedi said since he doesn't take a bottle there is no use in trying anymore, either put it in a sippy or nurse him and go straight to whole milk at age 1. YES, that is 6 more months of having a buddy. I do have to say he is only nursing 4 times a day and eating solids 3 times a day which isn't so bad.

The past few months Connor has become a great big brother. He helps get diapers, entertains, and plays with Ian when needed. Connor can get Ian to laugh when no one else can and Ian laughs at the silliest things. He loves to watch Connor throw things in the air and screech!
Ian can now sit unassisted. This is awesome!!!! I put toys all around him and he plays as long as he can see Connor or I.

He is so good about "going with the flow" of things. He rides in his stroller and loves to people watch.

Best Buddies :0)

Happy 6 months Ian-b0-be-an we love you!

Cabin Fever!

2011-02-09T17:38:00.000-06:00

This is what being stuck in doors for 4 days looks like...A couple of the days we did stay in our jammies which was AWESOME, but after the 2nd day I was ready to get dressed and get out of this house! I ventured out to Chick-Fil-A one day and the roads were still pretty crummy. I don't think living in Alaska is for ME!!!! Catching snowflakes ;0)

Sitting up like a big boy.

Playing together. Connor is really good about playing beside Ian so he is happy. Ian watches his every move and laughs and everything and anything he does.

Connor and Mommy ice skating.

Connor and Daddy having a snowball fight.

By the way I'M READY FOR SUMMER! Bring on the 100 degree plus days!!!

Ft. Worth Stockyards

2011-02-07T17:24:00.002-06:00

A few weekends ago James, Connor, Ian, and I met mom and dad down at the Stockyards. We timed it just right to watch the longhorn "run" the streets. I pictured the cattle coming out of the gates at full speed...in my mind it was going to be like the running of the bulls. NOTHING like that. These 15-20 longhorn mossied down the streets like this was their "job". It was fun to watch and see through Connor's eyes...but nothing like the running of the bulls :0)! Waiting on the cattle. It was a beautiful day to spend downtown.

Sweet Ian, smiling as always! Notice I put a leash on Sophie so we don't loose the thing!

Connor wanted his picture made with ______! Sure do wish I could remember the name. I guess that is what a 6 month old will do to you. Ha Ha

Here he is again.

Nana and Connor posing.

After walking down at the Stockyards for about an hour and a half, feeding the animals, and watching the longhorn we ate at COOPER'S! Yum Yum, it sure was good. We got enough food for a family of 12 I think. James and I didn't hesitate to bring it home and we had lunch for Sunday! What a great oppurtunity to spend time as a family and enjoy being outside!

Connor's Point of View

2011-01-31T10:24:00.001-06:00

Here are a few more pictures from the stock show in Fort Worth. We went on a Sunday and it wasn't very crowded. Connor didn't have to wait in any lines and pretty much had run of the midway.

Grandma and Connor riding down the BIG SLIDE.

Connors point of view...a pretty cool picture. The fence is in view with the big oinker blurrryyy.

Another Connor pic. I absolutly love this picture. I call it....Triplets :0)

This kid stopped and asked Connor if he wanted to take his picture. I like how the kid posed for a 3 year old. He was very sweet.

Fort Worth Stock Show

2011-01-27T20:39:00.004-06:00

This past weekend James' mom was in town and we decided to take her to the Stock Show. I think at first she wasn't to sure about it, but she told us she had a great time. Connor ended up with her camera so in my next post I will put his pictures up. It was a little chilly with some moisture in the air, but we had a great time looking at the animals and of course the midway! James, Connor, and Grandma enjoyed a few rides while mommy and Ian stayed nice and warm watching the baby donkey's in the arena area.

Daddy and Connor in the big bears belly. Yes I said it was cold and yes James has on SHORTS!

Ian didn't make it very long during the Ag Magic Show.

Connor loved watching the baby ducks slide into the water while they were trying to get the food.

Daddy, Grandma, and Ian waiting on Connor to finish watching the ducks!

Waiting on the magic show to begin we needed a little bit of lovin'. :0)

Be on the lookout for my next post of Connor's pictures. Thanks Grandma for coming to visit!

Brownies & Ian's First Hair Cut

2011-01-22T21:14:00.002-06:00

Connor loves to lick the brownie bowl...he is now old enough to get to eat it! I just have to share it now.

Let me begin with this...

When Connor was a baby he had a lot of hair and it was curly. I loved it! When it was wet it was so cute. Looking back now, I wish someone would have told me it was NOT cute! He needed a hair cut way before I gave him one. So this time around I took the initiative and gave Ian a hair cut myself.

Chewing on Sophie while mom gets ready to cut my hair...BEFORE

Trimming...

And she is all done. Ian sat so good and still. I am so happy with how it turned out! ;0) AFTER

Snow, Swimming, & Sick

2011-01-12T14:33:00.001-06:00

What a week. Last Thursday I took Connor in to see the dr. because I thought his allergies were acting up. Come to find out he tested positive for the flu...there for we are ALL on meds now. We did a chest x-ray and determined he probably had a bronchial spasm and needed to be tested for pertussis (still waiting on the results, be he is on meds). Thankfully we were at the dr. office when his fever spiked and she did breathing treatments and meds. Praise God the rest of us are doing okay as of now! James and Connor playing in what little snow we received.

Sweet Ian riding Connor's horse that he got for his first Christmas. During all the hype of Connor getting sick they checked Ian and we weighed a whopping 16 pounds and 6 oz. He is still about 4 pounds behind Connor.

Connors first breathing treatment at home. He did not like the first few times we did it, but I have now found that watching a cartoon or playing on the ipad makes the treatment go a little faster. We are having to mix 2 separate vials so it takes about 30 minutes to complete...one cartoon=perfect!

Last Tuesday was his first time at swimming lessons. Had the instructor not let him go under it would have gone better. Note to self and others reading...the new camera will not make it's way back to swimming lessons. The camera lens fogged up as soon as I walked into the swimming area.

The last couple of weeks have been rough for a few of my close friends. Please keep my best friend Katy and her family in your prayers. She lost her cousin in a tragic accident the day after Christmas. They delivered the baby at 30 weeks. Eric, Mali, Eleri, and Curran are in need of prayers! www.caringbridge.org/visit/currangomez

Another friend of mine has a little one, Tatum, about a month older than Ian that has started having seizures. They don't know what is causing them, but every time he has one he stops breathing. Please keep these families in your thoughts and prayers.

Christmas part 2

2011-01-10T14:23:00.004-06:00

We took the boys to DC the weekend of New Year's. We were so happy our daddy decided to fly down with us instead of drive. It made flying so much easier! We arrived at Mike and Kathy's about 8:30 on Friday evening and Connor couldn't wait until Sat. morning to open gifts so needless to say we were up until 10:45. YIKES!!!

Gran with great grandchild number 8 (I think)! She is getting to live in DC so every time we go down now we get to see her:)

Grandma with all the BOY grand kids. John and Kristi drove through on their way home to Houston. We only got to see them for a few minutes but thankful to see their sweet little guy. I think Connor was squishing him. Ian-left; Connor-middle; CT-right

All the dads and kiddos got marshmallow guns for Christmas! As you can see my boys loved it!

Our airplane ride home!

Grandma and Papa! We love you!!!

Merry Chirstmas!!! part one

2010-12-27T13:20:00.001-06:00

We are BLESSED! What a fun Christmas season this was for our family. Lots of parties, friends, and family. Connor, Ian, and I spent about 5 days last week with mom and dad at the farm. The weather was beautiful and Connor had 100 plus acres to run, play, and drive the mule. When we got home from the farm it was full cleaning, grocery shopping, and wrapping presents mode. Mom and dad drove down on Christmas Eve we went to church and came home and had a great meal and spent time together. Connor got to open his Christmas Eve gift, a Kelly family tradition. It was a Cars Leapster game. He was completely satisfied still wondering if Santa would bring his Woody and Jessie with 2 pull strings and 2 hats and a Buzz with the buttons that work (the long list he told every Santa when he sat on their lap)! I also got to open a gift...a new CAMERA!!!!! AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Check out my pictures below!!

Just got home from Christmas Eve service!

Connor coming down the stairs and pointing at all that Santa delivered!

The boys...Satisfied with my exersaucer and toys that Santa brought

Connor has not put down the toys...he had a very Toy Story Christmas!!!

James and I are very blessed with two healthy boys and family that loves unconditional. We tried very hard to teach Connor what this season is truly about...Our Lord and Savior! As he and Ian continue to get older we hope that they embrace the giving spirit.

We are gearing up for Christmas with the Kelly family in DC. Luckily we will be flying as a family, that way we have more time to spend and not driving!

Compare/Contrast

2010-12-26T14:22:00.002-06:00

Just to put it into perspective how BIG Connor was here are pictures of the boys at the same age. Connor was a monster. While Ian weighed in at a whopping 12 pounds and some change Connor was 17 pounds 8 oz!

Ian

Connor...by the way was not a happy baby.

Connor! Check out the rolly polly AND the curly hair. He was HUUGGGGEEE!

Merry Christmas!

Only a month behind

2010-12-23T20:43:00.003-06:00

So I finally found some time to put up Ian's 4 month pictures and stats.

He weighed 12 pounds 8 oz

He was 23 1/4 inches long

He is talking and coning more and more each day

He can roll from his tummy to his back...when mad enough

He loves being held, especially when he is sleeping

He still won't take a bottle of ANY kind

We tried cereal and he doesn't seem to like or dislike it. He loves to be talked to and smile. Ian has become a difficult sleeper. Some nights I feed him every 2 hours and other nights I feed him every three hours. I haven't found what seems to makes him sleep.

Sweet Angel! Where has the time gone? I can remember when we were celebrating his first Christmas and now he is growing up so fast. He has is moments of terrible three's (which are by far worse than the terrible two's) but he has a sweet heart and spirit. We really have tried hard this year to teach him the true meaning of CHRISTmas. Giving, loving, being with family and friends, and the birth of our Savior!

We decorated the tree one day while our daddy was at work. Connor did a great job hanging the ornaments where he thought they needed to go.

Mr. Cool matching shirts. I can only get away with dressing them alike for a little while longer before Connor starts having issues with it. So while I can I am going to.

Sweet boy!

A busy November

2010-12-06T11:07:00.003-06:00

Connor, Ian, and I spent a few extra days in DC with James' parents before he drove down on Wednesday night for Thanksgiving break. Connor enjoyed getting to help Grandma and Papa put up ALL of their Christmas decorations. Connor also got to spend lots of time with his cousins, Mikhayla and Kassiday. I also discovered Ian does not like to be away from his bed!!!!

Helping Papa figure out the Snowman.

"Grandma they all need to be on the same side...they are friends!"

Lots of help from Connor.

The weather for the most part was typical west Texas weather....warm with the wind blowing about 80 mph! It did get chilly the last couple of days we were there...good thing all the decorations were up!

Just hanging around...

2010-11-18T20:53:00.005-06:00

I'm a little behind on 3 month stats. The past few weeks have flown by...we made a trip to Katy to meet our nephew (John and Kristi's) little guy, Caedan Timothy, his nickname is CT. CT and Ian are exactly 12 weeks apart. Connor is still going to school 3 days a week and Ian is keeping me on my toes. He is growing like a weed.He has found his hands and loves to suck on them and drools all the time.

Connor has become a great big brother. It has taken a few months but he is a big help with Ian.

Last week we had our monthly Tech mommy playgroup at our house. Katy, Elly, Kenley, and GG (Katy's mom) stayed after all the other moms went home. Kenley and Ian are 6 days apart and Elly and Connor are 1 year apart. We have really enjoyed being able to get together with all the girls that went to Tech together.

I thought it might be a little early for the Johnny Jumper but Ian loved it! I have found out that he has to be put in it when he is not sleepy or hungry or his time in it is short! Not a lot of jumping going on but he twirls in circles and follows Connor and I with his eyes.

What a sweeeetttt picture. By the way, we are still going strong with playing Toy Story. We are gearing up for Thanksgiving with the Kellys in DC next week. I hope to get some great pictures with the cousins, grandparents, and great-grandma!:)

State Fair of Texas

2010-10-26T16:34:00.004-05:00

Mom, Dad, me, and the boys went to the State Fair of Texas on the last Saturday. Boy was it crowded!!!! We had so much fun. It was hot and very EXPENSIVE, but it only comes once a year so we HAVE to do it. I have to admit that I didn't try anything fried this year. By the time we got a corn on the cob, lemonade, pork chop, cotton candy, and ice cream (I had 2 bottles of water in Ian's bag, thank goodness) that was plenty. Dad and I took Connor on the ferris wheel, I rode the log ride and roller coaster with him, and mom hung out in the shade with Ian. The petting zoo was crowded and all the animals were full. Connor didn't seem to care though, he just soaks it all in.

We are at an great stage right now, I know Connor still needs a nap, but he is very good if he dosen't get one. Which makes outings easy...and days we stay home he just knows he has to lay down. I think I'll make him nap until he goes to kindergarten! :0)

Ian has become my little buddy. He has decided that bottles are NOT his thing!!! He refuses to take one, believe me I have tried at least 3 different types...ugh! Some may say I missed my window of oppurtunity while others say some babies just won't take one. Needless to say he is my side kick. Tommorrow he will be 3 months old and his neck is getting stronger, he hates to lay on his stomach, but loves to cuddle. He only takes a paci when he is very sleepy and will smile for anyone who will talk to him.

These two sweet boys make my WORLD go round! I love you Connor-Boy and Ian-bo-be-an...

Papa and Connor with the Longhorn.

Ian and Nana at the petting zoo.

Feeding the goats.

Up in the Ferris Wheel.

"Cheese!"

MIckey's Rockin' Road Show

2010-10-25T09:49:00.002-05:00

A few weekends ago Mom and I took Connor and Ian to Disney Live. Connor had a great time and Ian slept for most of the show. We didn't think our good friends Elly and Katy were going to be able to make it but it turns out they did end up going and our seats were right next to each other!!!!

Katy and Elly at the show!

Check out the new Woody hat Nana bought for him. He loves this hat. We play Toy Story ALL the time and he has found a lasso and can even do tricks like Woody :0)

Ian and Nana enjoying the show!

Buzzzzz Lightyear, Space Ranger!

Little aliens...We have taken Connor now to three shows, he LOVES going!

Happy Monday!

Pumpkin Patch

2010-10-20T20:24:00.002-05:00

A few weeks ago dad, Eric, and James went to the Cotton Bowl to watch Tech. When they got home that evening we took a quick trip to the Pumpkin Patch. We had a great time. Mom will say she doesn't like this picture, but any picture with her and my dad loving on my boys I LOVE :0)

Connor took this picture. I love my dad sooooo much!

For those of you who don't know this Connor is living for Toy Story right now. He wanted Ian to sit and have his picture made with him.

Nobody said getting a family of 4 together for a picture was easy.

Connor, Papa, and Ian-bo-be-an riding the train.

I have downloaded pictures to the computer...now I just have to find time to post them. Have a great evening!

Kellie

Sweet Ian-2 months old

2010-10-02T13:43:00.005-05:00

Here are Ian's 2 month photos!

She took the Christmas photos to use on their website.

Have a great weekend!

The Kellys

Blastball, 2 months, and a trip to the zoo

2010-10-01T09:24:00.003-05:00

Where in the world did the month of Sept. go? Here it is almost Halloween, Thanksgiving (by the way my favorite holiday) will be right around the corner, and before we know it Christmas is here! Wow!!! Our month has been busy.

Connor started blastball (tee ball but the kids only run to first base and no one gets out:)) At our first game it was a bit warm outside and Connor was ready to go home after his first at bat. We talked about not being a quitter and finishing what he started. With a quick small bag of fruit snacks and a sip of Gatorade he was back and ready to play.

Connor has the blue glove on and he is standing in the dugout. Waiting on the other team to hit the ball. He wears his hat like my brother and my grandfather. A little cocked to the side. James also said this is the way him and his grandfather wore their hats:)

Ian is growing like a little weed. Still not at the same speed big brother Connor did, but gaining weight and SMILING all the time. We finally have his reflux under control (we think). He is going to continue breathing treatments twice a day until his 4 month check up. Dr. wants to make sure he doesn't aspirate into his lungs. He is sleeping from about 9:30 pm to 6 am. I can't complain. He is such a blessing and big brother is warming up and beginning to be a big help to me. He weighs 11 pounds and 7 ounces and is 22 inches long. He coo's and 'talks' all the time. He loves to be in the bath tub and kick and play. He will not take a bottle, doesn't like the pacifier, but LOVES to suck on his hands:)

Ian is stretching. I have a running rule. If it is after say 3:30 pm and we have some kind of accident and it ruins our clothes...I usually don't put anything back on him until bed time. He loves to lay around in his diaper with his blankets.

Here is the big 2 month old!

Yesterday was our first official trip to the zoo. The boys were great. Ian slept in his stroller, watched the birds fly by, and was a happy little camper. The zoo was not crowded at all so the kiddos got to run and play and we didn't have to worry as much about them than if it were crowded.

Ian Update

2010-09-08T14:53:00.005-05:00

I took Ian in for a 6 week check up due to his reflux. The dr. is still not satisfied with Ian's progress on the second type of medicine, Prevacid. We are now doing breathing treatments twice a day to see if we can decrease the swollen nose and esophagus, helping improve his breathing. Then she told me that there could be one or two problems still causing the reflux. The first being a allergy to milk protein, but there aren't enough symptoms YET to show that is the case. The second is my milk might be to thin and Ian is having a difficult time keeping it down. So now we are mixing my milk with a thickener similar to cornstarch for infants. After taking a bottle for the first time (he screamed and cried for about 15 min.) he finally figured it out and took 3 1/2 oz and burped without spitting up!!! YEA!!! After that first bottle now all he takes is about 1 oz and dislikes it VERY much. It seems to be helping tremendously!!! He was eating every hour to hour and a half. The dr. said this was due to all the calories he was burning crying, spitting up, and difficulty breathing! Hopefully now taking a bottle I can get him on a schedule of eating every 2 1/2 to 3 hours.

This is Ian's first breathing treatment. Sorry for the picture, it came from James' phone. Ian doesn't seem to mind, he sleeps through it or his little tongue is just a moving when the machine runs!!Mom and Ian watching the Tech V. SMU game!I know that the one month shirt is a little late (he is 6 weeks) but I just got them in and love them. Next month hopefully he will be sitting up wearing it!

Connor's first day of preschool was Wednesday! He didn't want me to even walk him in. Good thing because it was raining cats and dogs and continued while he was at school. Not sure how much rain we have received, but ALOT!!! When I picked him up he talked about school and all the friends he played with. I truly love Connor's school. The teachers and staff are GREAT!!!

"Bye mommy, I love you!"

"Mom, when are you going to stop taking MY picture?

Have a great weekend:)

Our busy month

2010-08-30T14:26:00.003-05:00

Here are a few pictures of things that went on during the month of August. We took Connor to see the Wiggles Live, went to the lake with Uncle Bubba, and visited my best friend who lives here in DFW. Our babies are 8 days apart.

Blue Cotton Candy the BEST!

Uncle Bubba and Connor riding the tube.

Ian's first bath. It wasn't so bad.

Kenley (yellow) and Ian (blue) in James' arms.

These are the big siblings. Elly is 2 and is a doll. Connor loves to run and play at her house. He loves her wooden train set and at this visit they decided to climb all over this chair and land on the floor.

I know I've said this before but it has been one crazy month. I can't wait for school to start!

Just the Two of Us!!

2010-08-27T13:22:00.003-05:00

Wow, where did the last month go? It has flown by. We have been busy keeping up with these two sweet boys. It has been a learning process trying to figure out feedings, nap time, and bedtime with two kiddos. To top it off James had to be out of town and work late 3 nights in a row. My WONDERFUL brother came to help out for two nights, but the third night I was on my own. I keep telling myself I'm not the first mommy to have two kids...it can be done.

Connor is adjusting. We are still seeing a few issues here and there but mainly it is when it's just me here at home alone. He does love holding Ian and giving him kisses. He sits in front of him and makes silly faces and sounds. I can't wait to watch them grow up and play with each other. A friend brought over a meal for us the other day and a sweet gift for Connor with a note I will cherish forever...it read:

Connor,

Congratulations on your new baby. Do you want to know a secret? Right now he is just a baby but soon he will be your best friend!

Love, (Friend)

This made my heart melt and brought tears to my eyes. When I have a difficult day or the kids are both crying I think back to this sweet letter!!!

My big boy's imagination has exploded. His favorite thing to play is Toy Story. Here he is playing in the toy box in Ian's room talking on the phone.

Ian is 1 month old today!! He weighs 9lbs and 14 oz and is 20 1/4 inches long. He is taking a few short 1 hour cat naps through out the morning and then about a 3-4 hour nap in the afternoon. He eats every two hours and can go about 5 hours at night He loves to be held and snuggled and is a very content baby. We are having issuses with his reflux and are in the process of changing meds again. He resembles Connor and at this point their stats are almost exactly on...another 6 foot 3 in boy. I'm going to have to take stock in a grocery store!!!!

My two loves! I looked for those cute onsies that have the month the child is on them but couldn't ever find them. So I will post a diaper boy every month with a big brother in tow!!!

Where's Waldo? I mean Ian???? Connor thought Ian wanted to play with ALL the stuffed animals.

And then....Connor had to have his picture made. Because you couldn't see Ian before, be reassured that I moved him...

What a difficult, fun, loving first month! I can't wait to see what God has in store for our lives!

Connor's 3rd Birthday

2010-08-03T10:58:00.003-05:00

Somewhere between being 9 months pregnant, delivering a sweet little boy, and LIFE I have forgotten to post pictures of Connor's 3rd birthday. We had so much fun celebrating Connor's birthday! He is such a joy. We had his party at Paradise Pond in Grapevine. There was something for everyone. Even the adult boys found a basketball hoop and played for 2 hours.

Some things I want to remember about Connor:

*38 in. tall (90%)

*39 pounds (90%)

*and at his well KID visit they took his blood pressure 108/72

*Dr. Naylor said at this rate it looks like he will be about 6 foot 3 in. tall

*She had him draw three shapes: a circle (2 year old), a triangle(3 year old), and a square(4 year old)

Connor could draw all three of these shapes for her!!!! He had to jump on one foot, run "really fast", and answer eating habit questions for her. I think my 3 year old impressed her:)

Connor and his Mickey Mouse cake. We had to work on blowing out candles weeks prior to his big day and he did GREAT!

As you can see Connor didn't want to stop for a quick picture! Thanks mom for taking all the great shots from his party!

This is Uncle Bubba's 'new' boat. This was the first time Connor got to ride/drive it and because I was 11 days from delivery I was not permitted to attend the all boys outing! James said Connor loved every minute of it. He doesn't like water in his eyes, but for some reason didn't mind being in the lake and for sure didn't want to get out of the water!!!

Grandma and Papa treated us to Medival Times. Connor loved watching the horses and of course the cool sword, but didn't really get the story line...

Mommy and Connor...what a goofy picture! I love you sweet boy happy 3rd birthday and many more!!!!

Ian Tate Kelly

2010-07-31T18:40:00.004-05:00

We FINALLY have a name!!! Ian is such a sweet blessing to our family we are totally and completely in love with him. Connor is doing great, he is being an awesome BIG brother. The second time around I feel great. I knew what to expect from delivery and recovery but didn't know that labor was going to go so quick (4 hrs from start to finish! YEA) Ian arrived at 12:20 pm on July 27th he weighed 7 pounds and 9 oz (Connor was 6lbs 11oz.) and was 20 in. long (Connor 21 1/2 in). When Ian was born he looked exactly like Connor with lots of dark black hair and blue eyes.

Mommy and Ian right after birth.

My three boys. It is amazing how God gives love. I never knew that I could love these three sooo much and in so many ways. Thank you James for my boys. Connor you are such a big boy who I love. Ian I can't wait to see what God has in store for you. WOW how the dynamic of our family has changed...

Connor knew that Ian wanted his paci.

My best friend Katy and her sweet daughter Elly. Katy is due any day now. I love you dear friend! Ian ready to go home!

Connor has gone home with Grandma and Papa. I was a bit emotional when they pulled off but I know that he will have a blast with his cousins and this is a great time for me to get to know Ian and spend some time recovering!

Almost there...

2010-07-07T20:17:00.003-05:00

So our computer has the same virus AGAIN!! Unfortunately that means no pictures for a while. Hopefully we will have it figured out before baby with no name gets here. My dr. apt went great I am on my way to having this baby within the month.

Connor and I have been staying busy. We do a lot of swimming, playing outside, and with friends. One of my good friends and I took three kiddos to Six Flags on Tuesday. Boy was it hot. 36 weeks pregnant and a few extra pounds it was a hot day in DFW!!! The kiddos had a blast and I didn't go into labor so a great time was had by all!!! We are now gearing up for the big birthday party for Connor. He is excited about his "Mickey" party and can't wait to open all his presents (that's what he says anyways).

Funny things Connor has said to us lately:

"Well..." he puts this word in front of every sentence
"I will not do it your way, just leave me alone" -I was trying to work on using scissors
"Maybe not now, mom"
If Connor asks a question and James answers him Connor still wants confirmation from me. I think it's funny!

Have a happy Thursday!

Stroller Time

2010-06-18T13:10:00.003-05:00

After a couple of months of looking, searching, and doing research we finally found the stroller! My intentions were to get the 'Sit and Stand' but after taking Connor and letting him ride with a car seat on the front, I discovered there was NO room for my big boy. My sister/brother-in-law were here and we went to Buy Buy Baby (love the store) and John discovered the newest stroller made made Chicco. It is a double stroller and my car seat actually snaps in AND there is plenty of room for Connor. I can put the car seat in the front if Connor wants to nap, or it can go in the back when Connor wants to ride! I am very pleased with our decision.

Like most couples, we documented everything and anything with pictures and journals with our first child. I feel like we are in some way cheating baby #2 (who still by the way has NO NAME), but in reality we are living life and doing the best we can. So with that said, I documented James putting the new stroller together. We at least have something for the baby book now!!!

Yea, we are about 5 weeks away! I'm beginning to nest and prepare for this second bundle of joy! Clothing and blankets are washed and put away, my next thing on my "to do" list is clean (mom is actually doing this for me in between Connor's bday and baby) and get the carpets cleaned!!!

Some funny things Connor has said lately:

*You know mommy, baby brother doesn't cry much

(after yelling at me for about 15 min. one morning through the monitor):

*Mommy, mommy I need to go potty! I jump out of bed and ran up the stairs and whisked him off to the bathroom and he then says, "I don't really need to go, I just wanted you to come and get me!"

*I'm not changing poopy diapers, you are!

Last but not least he has discovered the word but!!! "Buy why, but not know, but, but, but...."

Virus, end of school, zoo, and a trip to Grandma's and Papa's

2010-06-16T20:34:00.006-05:00

I have been post poning updating the blog due to a VERY bad virus that our computer had. We had a virus protection on it and it was still out of commission for over 3 weeks!!! It is very difficult to live without technology, what did we do before high speed Internet????

A couple of weeks ago our PATS (parents as teachers) group took 8 children to the Ft. Worth Zoo. We had a great time! The kiddos are all at a fun stage where they all love the animals. All Connor wanted to see this trip were the elephants and we did and he was pretty much done. He loved hanging out with all the girls and riding in Ms. Karen's car (she has a dvd player)!

Connor also had his end of the year party at school. We had a pool party outside. It was a lot of FUN!!!

This was taken the last day of school. I remember taking a young 2 year old in the first day and now he is my almost 3 year old!!! He knows his colors, shapes, and can count to 14. He loves to be read to and his favorite color is BLUE!!! I know that God has great plans for my sweet little boy.

At 3o weeks pregnant, we decided to take one last trip to Denver City. We had a great time. Connor loves playing with his cousins and spending time with Grandma and Papa. It was a long trip having to stop every 1 1/2 hours to go to the bathroom and stretch, but I'm so happy we got to go!

James and Connor in Grandma's new pool!

Happy Wednesday!

School Camp out

2010-05-20T09:59:00.006-05:00

We love Connor's school!!!! I cannot say enough nice things about it, and how the staff is so wonderful with the kiddos. With that said they hosted a camp out. I got our name on the waiting list a little late and she called back and said there is not enough room for another tent, but we were more than welcomed to come and hang out and enjoy the festivities until "lights out". James was BUMMED!!! He loves to camp out and when it comes to this subject his and my ideas are completely DIFFERENT!!! He always tells people that my idea of roughing it is room service, and I think he could live out doors. Now since this is MY blog I get to defend myself...I don't HATE sleeping on the hard, cold/hot ground, with NO electricity and running water I just perfer NOT to!!! Especially now being 29 weeks pregnant getting up to put shoes on and find an bathroom at least 2 times a night is not my idea of a good time. Growing up we camped out and had a ball, but now that I am older and a little wiser I much prefer my soft bed with 700 pillows and a fan that runs on high with the ac on 70 and Connor's noise maker coming through the baby monitor!

Back on track...

So we ended up having a great time roasting marshmallows and eating smores, having a scavenger hunt, running around with flashlights, and of course eating hot dogs (gross)!!!! Connor's "girlfriend" from his class was there and they had their tent up and ready, later I found out they went home at about 11:15. So I am definitely glad we left about 8:45 and slept in our OWN BEDS!!!! (Idon't know why this is underlined) Connor and Paige "looking" for thier items.

The kiddos are listening to a bubble story.

Connor and Paige playing house.

Yum! Connor didn't seem to like it as much as I did!!! He would rather have the parts of the smore all seperate.

"I'm not shinning this in her eyes, mommy!"

I know with a house full of boys camping is in my FUTURE, I just hope these boys all realize what my definition of camping is...We still are an undecided house about a name, so if you have any GOOD suggestions send them our way! We have 9 weeks to go:)

No News is GOOD news

2010-05-04T16:47:00.003-05:00

I had my 27 week apt. today and everything went great. I am measuring up right on track. The weight was a little higher than I thought it should be, but I will thank the Schwan's man this week when he comes for that (darn ICE CREAM SANDWICHES!)! We have tentatively scheduled an induction date of July 26th!!! Exactly 12 weeks from yesterday. WOW, where has this pregnancy gone? I am so thankful the last 8 weeks have been uneventful. This time last pregnancy (Connor) I was on meds for pre-term labor. I am thankful that has not happened.

We still have no name, I'm a planner and this is driving me CRAZY!!! I know that we will all three come to a decision soon enough. James did a great job painting Connor's bedroom this past weekend. He also put the crib back together and all the bedding is set up. Now all I have to do are details in both boys rooms'.

School is coming to an end for Connor and we are gearing up for lots of swimming and having a great time! Connor and I went down to the HOA pool to put our feet in the water and "check" things out and there were CRAZY people swimming. It will be warm enough before to long and we will be those CRAZY people in the water!

Connor has said and done some funny things lately. He is so much fun. The other day I heard him talking to his toys and he told them that his best friend mommy would like to join them. Such a sweet boy. We were at Chick-fil-a a couple of days ago playing and he was the only one in the playroom. He saw some other kids eating/having a snack and looked at me and said "Why do they not want to play with me, mommy?" I told James and it broke our hearts. We are going to have a difficult time with this "growing up" stuff!!!!

Pictures of the bedrooms and growing belly will come soon. Have a great week!!!

Six Flags or BUST!!!

2010-04-15T20:25:00.006-05:00

A couple of weekends ago we met Nana, Papa, and Uncle Bubba at Six Flags. We were all completely and totally on Connor's schedule. He had a blast. Every single one of us were at his beck and call. Connor got to ride every ride he wanted to and some...more than once. Our day pass is good all season long so we will be able to take Connor to all the holiday activities and festivities.

Connor is taking Papa for a ride.

Nana was the "lucky" one to ride this "small" Superman ride.

Hands up for the mini mine train.

This is the ride that Connor continues to talk about. He loved flying the airplane up and down "all by myself"! James and I continue to talk about how much Connor reminds us of James' Dad, Mike. During our trip Connor had to check out the mechanics of everything. How it works, what the screws are for, and what everything is suppose to do? There were points of our trip that we couldn't tell if Connor was having fun or just in AWE of the mechanics. James and I decided that we might have a "deep thinker" on our hands. The other favorite was the Log Ride, unfortunately I only have the picture that we BOUGHT.

I remember getting to drive these cars when I was little. It is so much fun to see my little one getting to make the same memories that I have!!! :) Eric is the only one making sure Connor doesen't crash...or he was ready to go home (can't really tell)!!

We had a GREAT trip and hopefully next time we go I will get to ride something...anything!!! On a side note, Six Flags has a strict policy against pregnant moms getting on anything. I think the cars were even off limits. Thanks James, Mom, Dad, and Eric for going so Connor could enjoy Six Flags.

Getting Bigger!!! Maynard anyone???

2010-04-13T13:43:00.008-05:00

Yikes, seeing pictures of yourself is not always flattering especially when the belly continues to grow! 16 Weeks

21 Weeks

23 Weeks

At our 23 week apt. everything looked great! Baby boy who doesn't have a name yet is a mover. He always seems to "dance" when I lay down or get still, go figure. His heart rate was great, my weight was great (so they say), and I am measuring 2 weeks ahead of schedule. We could have a baby as early as the 18th of July. This is a little scary for James and I on a couple of different levels. With Connor I think I was completely ready for him by 21 weeks, this pregnancy is a little different. NOT PREPARED!!! Also, Connor's 3rd birthday party is scheduled for the 16th and cannot be moved. YIKES, (lots of YIKES in this post) I know it will all get done but the planner in me is going a little crazy! We are having some difficulty naming this little guy. Since we found out and told Connor about him we have called him "Maynard". I know what your thinking "Maynard"? James is one funny guy. Anyways, Connor now thinks the baby's name is "Maynard" and changing it at this point has become a little difficult. I am NOT a fan of "Maynard" at ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! James has his choices, I have mine, and obviously Connor has a few besides "Maynard" that he continues to want. I know we will all figure it out it might be the day they kick us out of the hospital to bring him home, but we will all come together and decide on a name...HOPEFULLY!!!!

A little late on Easter pictures...

2010-04-13T13:30:00.003-05:00

Here are a few pictures over the course of a couple of weeks of our Easter outings... Connor and Mommy on Easter Eve...we "cheated" and went to Easter service on Saturday evening. Same sermon, songs, and pew!!!

Our sweet boy! He is getting so big. YES, we wear Crocs with EVERYTHING!!!

Connor and Daddy at the Greater Lewisville Early Childhood PTA (GLECPTA) egg hunt. It was a little chilly outside, but Connor still had fun. His favorite part was the ice cream truck.

Nana and Papa went with Connor and I to Nash Farm in Grapevine the weekend before Easter. Daddy and Uncle Bubba made a trip to the Sweet Sixteen tournament in Houston. Connor was a little distracted by all the eggs.

Connor and his best buddy Hayden!

Connor's view

2010-03-31T14:28:00.004-05:00

So this post does it for our 2010 Cruise. I thought I would end with some pictures from James and I's number one man in our lives...Connor. He took all of these pictures and most days we found him hiding with our camera trying to "figure it out". Sad thing is he did figure it out rather quickly. I think I know what he is getting for his birthday...don't they make camera's for kiddos???

"This is mommy's scary face!"

"Aunt Kiki is smiling for the ME"!

"Daddy is putting on my diaper!" We viewed the pictures before sending them off to make prints and had to delete a few...

"Mommy and daddy hugging."
Thanks Grandma and Papa for a great trip. We love you very much

OuR last StOp

2010-03-29T14:00:00.006-05:00

Our last stop on our cruise was in Jamaica. The island itself was beautiful, but the living conditions of the local people are very sad. The one thing that I noticed were that the people were very pushy and aggressive when it came to buying their local products. By the end of the excursion I think we all were tired of hearing "ya, mon", and "irie"(a good feeling)!!! James and I decided that this should have been the day we explored the local beaches and shopping. Instead we took a 2 hour van ride to the other side of the island to have lunch and play in the water. We then took a boat along the shoreline to Dunn's Falls. By the time we reached the falls we didn't have enough time to for the guys to hike the falls. We were pushing our deadline of 5:30 pm. When we arrived back at the pier it was 5:25 and we were running!!! Connor decided that he didn't like to be wet and sandy (in his shorts)!

Here is Connor's please smile for mommy and the camera smile, then I will put you down and you can play!!!

Here we are at the bottom of Dunn's Falls.

Walking in the water holding hands with daddy.

This is what James wanted to do, we just didn't have enough time!

This was a fabulous trip that we enjoyed and spent time with family. My next post will be some of the funny pictures that Connor took with my camera throughout the trip!

Happy Monday!

Stop numero DOS

2010-03-28T19:06:00.004-05:00

Our second day of excursions were on the island of Grand Cayman. This place was amazing to me. The water was beautiful and the tour we took was FUN. Mike, Kathy, Jan, Dayln and the girls did their own thing this day. I think they walked around the island and did a little shopping. James, Connor, and I along with John and Kristi visited the Turtle farm, Rum Cake factory, and went to Hell. Our tour guide was great he gave us lots of fun information about the Caymans and pointed out where all the "rich and famous" have homes. Our ship did not dock in Grand Cayman so we took a water taxi from the boat. I was a nervous wreck until our feet were on shore. I thought my sweet Connor wanted to jump right in.

As soon as we got to the turtle farm we had to make a quick stop at the gift shop and get...what else FOOD.

Connor and daddy getting to hold the turtle. They had turtles that were at least 70 years old. Their shells were about the size of our kitchen table. Interesting fact: Some turtles are let go, some turtles are used for breeding, and some turtles (the lucky ones???) are made into SOUP!

We visited Hell! I really wish I could tell you exactly what this is, but at one time it was coral. I should have listened more carefully. OOPS! This was probably Connor's least favorite things to do on this excursion. You can see the happy face, right?
The famous post office in Hell. If you look closely the sign on the door says NO Photos or Videos please! Then look even more closely to the left of the door and you see...James taking a picture. He continues to tell me that the sign said "inside the post office". Whatever you say James!!!

We didn't get in the water/beach in Grand Cayman, but our tour was worth it. Have a great week.

Mayan Ruins of Tulum

2010-03-26T08:54:00.003-05:00

Our first day of excursions the boys (minus Mike, he was still sick) went to the Mayan Ruins of Tulum. James said they had to take a water taxi to Playa del Carmen and then got on a bus for a 2 hour ride to the ruins. He said it was well worth the ride!!! All the boys took the camera's so Kathy is the only one that had her camera with us. So as soon as I get pictures from her I will post about our trip to the beach in Cozumel! I wish I could give you more info on these pictures, but SORRY I don't know much!!!!

James was so glad that he had this experience. This will be a place we will most definitely return to. He loved Playa del Carmen!!!!

Happy Friday!!!

Cruise2010

2010-03-24T20:01:00.004-05:00

This was taken is Cozumel. The water was beautiful. James went with Dalyn and John to the Mayan Ruins of Tulum (and took the camera) while the girls and Connor went to the beach and had a blast. I will post Mayan pictures next time. Uncle John, Aunt Kiki, and Connor on the Voyager of the Seas.

Connor is playing at the Royal Tots on the boat. He needed to be 3 in order to go with the 'big kids". Mikhayla and Kassisdy attended the Adventure Oceans Club and loved it. So if/when we go back I think Connor would love it. The girls got to go on scavenger hunts, had parades down the ship and late night parties until 2am. FUN!!!!

Our nightly routine consisted of getting to watch a show and lights out. The first couple of nights he wanted to sleep in his own bed.

Connor is telling Papa that submarines go "under the water."

My next post will have pictures of James' excursion to the ruins. Check out facebook if you can't wait for me to get around to posting...until next time!

Leading up to the BIG TRIP

2010-03-22T08:20:00.002-05:00

We just returned from a 7 day Caribbean cruise which was fantastic!!! With that being said the days leading up to it were anything but THAT! We were due to leave last Friday and drive to mom and dad's to stay the night before we were going to drive to Houston to meet up with the rest of the Kelly family. Thursday morning I woke up and I was so sick. I knew that I had a lot to do so I packed my trash can in the front seat of the car and took Connor to school. I had to make two quick stops (if you know what I mean) and dropped him off. By this time nothing would stay down, not even liquids!!! I called the OB and he wanted me to come in and make sure everything was okay, mentioning putting an IV in and getting my hydrated again. I began making calls and arrangements. My very good friend, Karen picked Connor up at school and kept him for 7 hours that day! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!! Tiffany came over and drove me to the dr. and waited with me all day. James needed to stay at work and get things wrapped up because we were suppose to leave the very next day! I was very dehydrated and needed two bags of fluids and some Zofran. Mom and dad were on their way to help in any way. We decided that they would go ahead and take Connor home and James and I would be there the next day. It's a good thing, Connor got sick Thursday night and so did JAMES!!!! Boy, when it rains it pours!!! To make a long story short Connor felt much better on Friday and James was still sick until Sunday. We got on the boat Sunday morning all feeling much better. I talked with mom and dad right before we got loaded on the boat and dad got sick, later to find out mom got it too! We woke up Monday morning and Mike, James' dad was sick. UGH!!!! It took him about 2 1/2 days to recover. Overall our trip was great and I will start posting this afternoon or tonight with pictures and updates of each day of our trip. Finally, those of you who keep wanting a belly picture that will come in a few days!!! Enjoy your Monday!

Jan. and Feb. pictures

2010-03-08T14:27:00.003-06:00

Here are the pictures that I promised about a month ago...thought I'd better get them on here before our March pictures are due. We are headed out on Friday for vacation. This will be the first time James, Connor, or I have gone on a cruise. We are looking forward to spending some time with the Kelly crew!!! 7 days of paradise...anyways here are the pictures.

Connor and daddy playing in our abundance of snow!!!

Happy Valentine's Day! I heart Mom!!!

I can ride this pony "all by myself, mommy"!!! No comment on the goofy grin on my face!

This goofy grin is adorable. He loved the little mini ponies!!! Connor is our cheese ball. He has a great "fake" smile. I wonder where he gets it from????

Have a safe and happy Spring Break!!!

FINALLY!!!

2010-02-19T13:56:00.002-06:00

Wow, most of you (those of you who read this) are probably wondering where I've been...sleeping, taking care of a vibrant 2 1/2 year old, vomitting, stuck inside due to 12 inches of snow. You name it, we have been doing it. I have to say life and sickness is MUCH, MUCH better!!! I am sure that the worst is behind me now, but not letting the Zofran to far out of my sight just in case!

Connor is doing great in school. His teacher tells me all the time he is the smartest little boy she knows, or maybe that's what I hear. He knows all his shapes, colors, ABC, and can count to 14. He loves school and is his happiest when he is out and about doing things with me. James and I just put him in a big boy bed (full size bed) and the first few nights were rough, but he loves that we can sit and read/play in his bed with him. He is fianlly willing to talk about the baby and has decided that he will share SOME of his toys not ALL of them. He is going to be a great big brother.

Baby News:
James finally got to make the 15 week apt. and talked the Dr. into doing a sonogram to "see" if we could determine the sex of the baby. With a lot of looking and lots of hums and ums Dr. White said 60/40 BOY!!! WHAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Know one in their right mind is okay with 60/40!!!! So we get to go back at 19 weeks and get another sonogram and the okay to leave for our big CRUISE!!!!!!!!!!! I think that with Connor I was completly ready with room and everything at 30 weeks, hopefully I'll get there with this one also. I'm a planner and I want everything ready in plenty of time, CRAZY I know!

Hopefully I'll down load some pictures tonight of all the snow and our recent outing with Daddy, Nana, and Papa to the Fort Worth Stock Show. Have a great Friday!!!

Hopefully not last place?????

2010-01-07T13:13:00.003-06:00

The past month has been a whirl wind. With Christmas, traveling the state of Texas, and our new news (a baby coming late July/early August) I have been a bit preoccupied. I know that I have not blogged lately and no pictures of Christmas were put up here, but hopefully I'm not getting last place for 'mother of the year' award?!?!?! In the past when I have posted a blog I feel that I'm simply putting my thoughts on paper. I know every once in a while my good friend from high school reads my posts, so Thank You Miranda!!!! So if there is anyone else out there I will try and do better. We had a great holiday season. I spent most of my time on the couch lying down. Connor enjoyed the whole Santa experience and he is still asking to put cookies out for Santa! To be completely honest though, I didn't take one still shot of any of the three Christmas' we had. James videoed Christmas with the three of us and I'm hoping his sister and my mom got some good still pictures at their homes.

It is hard to believe that something so small can make someone feel SO TERRIBLE! I remember being sick with Connor, but this is rocking my world! I guess that having a little one running me ragged has not helped my sickness/sleepiness! James has definitely stepped up and been great during this sickness. I know that I won't be sick forever, but I hope it goes away sooner rather than later!!!!!!!!!!!!! To make matters worse I'm on the strongest medicine and still I'm getting sick every morning...what do you do!?!?!?!?

Hopefully soon I will get some updated pictures of Connor on here. Have a great week and stay warm!!!!! Today our windchill was 6 degrees...YIKES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

BBBUUURRRR!!!!

2009-12-03T09:25:00.007-06:00

We have had a busy last couple of weeks as I am sure all of you have. We are gearing up for Santa and spending the holidays all over the state of Texas.

A couple of weeks ago Connor and I went to the farm with mom and dad while Eric and James made yet another trip to Lubbock for a Tech football game. We helped Papa put up a fence around the deer feeder and played outside.

We had Thanksgiving in Hillsboro this year. James once again fried a delicious turkey while mom made all the fixings with a turkey in the oven, also. We had all the traditional favorites! Why do we only fix these yummy side dishes around the holidays????

Yesterday we had our first "light" snow of the year. Connor thought he hit the jackpot! He didn't care that his fingers were freezing or that his nose had frozen snot on it, he simply loved it. He kept telling me "It tastes like water, mommy. I like it!" I don't think Connor grasps the full concept of Santa and Christmas because he asks if we can see Santa everyday. Every year on birthdays and holidays I always say "This will be a fun year, he is going to have a blast". I think that Christmas morning will be so much fun when he walks down the stairs and sees what Santa has brought to him and the many things we have to be thankful for.

I love this picture, to bad I had to take it myself. I wish it wasn't so close up!!!
Happy Holidays!!!!!!!!!!!!

Two in One!!!

2009-11-17T09:41:00.004-06:00

I am really excited to say that Connor has now been wearing his "big boy undies" for about 6 days now. It just kind of happened. One day he told me he wanted to wear his underwear to school, I was a little hesitate and went ahead and put a diaper on him. I talked with his teacher and she told me to go ahead and send him if he is wanting to wear them. That Thursday I went ahead and sent him to school with them on (in his backpack was 2 changes of clothes)! To my amazement Connor came toddling out of the school in the same clothes that I sent him in!!! YAY!!! I am very proud of my 2 year 4 month old little "BIG" guy!!!

Riding Miss Kitty at Fiesta Texas.

Kylar and Connor dancing at the Wiggles show.

Here is mom, Connor, and Kylar about to ride the Wiggles airplane.

The beginning of our adventure into Fiesta Texas.

This is the first day we arrived. The boys were playing at the little park down the road from Kylar's house!

This past weekend mom, Connor, and I ventured 3 hours down the road to Jennifer and Fausto's in San Antonio. We made it early Friday and went nonstop until Sunday afternoon. Connor and Kylar, for the most part, played very well together. Just like any other little boys they always wanted what the other one had. By Sunday morning they were playing really well together. Doesn't it always happen that way, just about the time it's time to leave they really begin playing good together? On Saturday we took the boys to Fiesta Texas (both boys were wearing underwear!!!)! We had so much fun doing what they wanted to do. There was a Wiggle's Land that had rides and shows. Connor began dancing and singing with the Wiggles and Kylar shortly joined in. We took the boys on the Log ride and got wet. Not one accident the entire day!!!! Needless to say the boys were both asleep at 7 (Connor) and 7:30 (Kylar) that night. Jenn, mom, and I tried to stay up and watch the Tech game but we didn't last either. We had a great weekend and finished it off with shopping in San Marcos at the outlet mall.

Surprise 30th!!! and a little bit of everything

2009-10-27T14:48:00.006-05:00

Last Wednesday some of James' friends from work and I planned a surprise 30th birthday party. I came up with a great story (I had to change the details a couple of times) to get James over to Tiff and Erin's house and waiting for us were about 10 of our friends. It was so much fun surprising James. I also have learned that Connor can NOT keep a secret. He is at the age now where he will tell you anything you ask and often more. So not only was I keeping the SECRET from James, but also had to not say much to my sweet little boy!!! I did however want him to be involved in making the cupcakes and decorating them so I told a little lie to him also. For the record keeping secrets is hard and mine was a FUN secret!! Here are a few pictures from the past week. Sorry the pictures are out of order....

This picture was at Connor's preschool party. They were throwing bean bags into the Halloween bucket.

Here is everyone at James' big party!!!!!!

Notice the fancy tie around his neck. For those of you who watch the "Office" you will probably get the tie thing. Something about having flair to work at a restaurant...I DON"T KNOW!!!

Marley (Tinkerbell), Connor (Pirate), and Campebll (Fufa from YO Gabba Gabba) at our Moms Club party.

Here is our little pirate!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!ARGHHHHHHHH

Pumpkin Patch

2009-10-20T10:06:00.004-05:00

This past week our Moms group visited the local pumpkin patch. We had so much fun. It was a little muddy, but Connor wore his rain boots and had a blast. When we were leaving he decided that daddy needed to come back with us. Here are the pictures from both outings.

We got to take a short hayride, it was a beautiful day!

Connor and Hayden playing at the pumpkin patch.

Here the boys are playing in the little pumpkins.

Connor and his favorite character right now...DORA!!! He was so excited to find her at the patch.

Connor saw this little tractor and loved it. His Papa has a blue one just like it. He didn't want to get off and share, but eventually we found the snow cones and he was off!!!

State Fair of Texas

2009-10-12T12:36:00.004-05:00

Last Wednesday James and I took Connor to the fair. The day didn't start off to swell. Connor had sat in timeout and had 2 spankings before 7:30 am. He was having a bad day to say the least. But needless to say, we got him in the car and off to the fair and he had so much fun! The weather was dreary and wet, but it ended up working in our favor. We got to the fair when it opened and walked through the livestock and stumbled upon the BEST feeding/petting zoo. The animals were ready to eat and Connor loved feeding them. We spent about an hour in with the animals. They had farm animals, exotic animals, and feisty animals. We also got to see a mother goat and her 30 min-1hour old kids. After we scrubbed and washed our hands we wanted to take Connor and ride the Ferris wheel. This was the only ride we did and although expensive, Connor enjoyed it. Then it was off to try the food. We each had a corn dog and I took fruit and juice for Connor. My fair treat was a fried Snickers....oooohhhhh it was SOOOOO good!!! James decided to try the chicken fried BACON. It was GROSS!!!! He tossed it and went for the buffalo wings. While James waited on his lunch Connor and I went back to the petting zoo. The rain was coming down pretty hard and we needed shelter. After making one more pass through the animals, we decided Connor needed a nap and we were ready to come home.

Connor loved walking in the rain, he didn't care about getting wet.

The Cotton Bowel is in the background of our picture. Connor sat very still during the entire ride.

Here I am trying to show Connor how to use the shovels to feed the animals.

Daddy and Connor feeding the llama! It was fun to show Connor what a "real" llama looks like. He loves the book "Is Your Mama a Llama?"

This picture was taken at Hayden's 2nd birthday at Gymboree last weekend. This is Connor's best buddy and they attend the same preschool!!! When school started Connor and I stopped going to Gymboree class but he didn't miss a beat when we got there. He loved it, the singing, dancing, and of course the parachute!!!

Have a great week!!!

Chicago to Houston to Home

2009-09-27T14:34:00.008-05:00

Well since the last update Connor has gone to school for 3 weeks now. He is finally letting me drop him off in the car pool lane, which means that they come to the car and get him and escort him to the classroom. He cried the first day I did it and now all he says is "mommy will be right back, love you!" All he tells me about school is that "I wash my hands all by myself", that's all you did today Connor, "Yes, mommy". Did you play outside with Hayden?, "Oh, yes I did" is what he tells me!!! He comes home everyday with something he colored or made, I know that he is having fun and I am definitely getting lots done while he is at school.

A couple of weeks ago James, Connor, and I went to Chicago to attend James' cousins wedding. Mike and Kathy (James' parents also went). We had so much fun riding the train to the city, walking to Lake Michigan and hanging out with his parents! (I can't figure out why this is underlined...sorry)
Mommy and Connor at the Brooksfield Zoo in Chicago. This was a fantastic zoo!!!

Yep, that's the finger in the nose. We are definitely going through the terrible two's!

Connor, petting the goats at the zoo.

Daddy and Connor on the pier at Lake Michigan.

The giant bean in Millennium Park in downtown Chicago. Can you find Connor and I???

We just got home from Houston!!! Man, during the fall/TECH football season we travel and are on the GO!!! Connor has yet to get to actually go to a game, but we always take him and someone is always willing to watch him so that I can go to the game! We got to spend some time with Uncle John and Aunt Kiki and we also saw Uncle Ben, Krystal and Kylee!!! Although the game didn't end up in our favor we had fun and are glad to be home!!!!!!!!

Enjoy your week!!!

Another chapter in a small boys life...

2009-09-01T13:41:00.003-05:00

This morning I took Connor to meet his teacher and new friends at school. He will only be going two days a week. I think that I am ready to send him...I am, but I know when the time comes I will have a few fears. Mommy fears:

*will he cry

*will he EVEN miss me

*will he be the bully in the class

*will he want to go back

*is this making him grow up to fast

I know that he is only two and will be going to school for the rest of his life, but we (James and I) think that this will be good for him. My goal for this year is for Connor to learn to play independently and with others, and to learn to mind someone other than mommy and daddy!!!! With that said, I took a few pictures from the meet and greet this morning. Connor wanted to play at the park this morning before we left to go and meet his teacher.

His new school is the only school in Texas that is a registered outdoor learning center. He loved banging on the drums.

Connor and his Papa call Gatorade "tiger juice" and they act like different kinds of animals. At school this morning he was serving "tiger juice" to all the kiddos and teachers.

This is one of Connor's best buddies. Hayden will be in the room next to his. They are sharing a snack out on the patio at school.

We are gearing up for the big day next week, but before that, we are headed to DC and watch Tech's opening game!!!!

Wreck 'Em Tech!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A Plastic Pond for Swimming!

2009-08-27T12:55:00.004-05:00

When I sat down to write this blog I had many ideas for the title, but settled on Plastic Pond. We we were searching for a home about 2 years ago in the DFW area I knew that a pool would not be a good idea. With a vibrant not even 1 year old at the time I just didn't think having a pool in our backyard was a good idea. I also knew that if we did have a pool, we wouldn't have room in our yard for anything else like a playset, sandbox, and room for Molly, due to the size of backyards in this area. So with that said, I think that I am regretting that decision. I WOULD LOVE A POOL, without the upkeep and money that has to be spent on it....So James and I one night were out in the backyard playing and Connor wanted in the "big blue bucket"that we keep toys in. So we put him in, ending up stripping his clothes off and letting him play in his own "cement pond" filling it with water. I took it a little further and ran inside and got the baby soap, wash cloth, and a towel. Connor has had many of baths this summer in the "red neck swimming pool!" One evening he had his Popsicle in the "watering hole", last night he had a lollipop in the "bucket". So my $10 investment to hold outside toys in has come in quite handy and is much cheaper than upkeep of a swimming pool.
Our faucet water is very warm, it makes Connor mad. He wants "cold water, mommy". Like I have any control over it...
Some days his horns are bigger than other days. Lately they are growing. We have hit the terrible 2's! Our favorite word is "NO", and pushing friends and hitting is not out of the question for Connor when he wants his way!

I look at this sweet boy and can't imagine where the time has gone. Before I know it he will be starting Kindergarten and not long after that he won't think he even needs me...baaaahhhhh. I am cherishing these times and the memories that we are making as a family!

Go AirHogs!!

2009-08-17T12:55:00.003-05:00

About a week ago, Connor began saying that he wanted to go to a baseball game. SO James searched for ticket prices and best seats and the winner was...The Grand Prairie AirHogs. We talked about the Rangers, and knew that Connor just wouldn't be able to stay for long. We checked out the Dr. Pepper stadium in Frisco and there just wasn't a game when we could take Connor. So that's how we ended up at the AirHogs game. We got there a little earl,y, 1hour, which was way to much time. They had LOTS of shade and great seats. We ended up sitting on the first row, right behind the catcher. For any baseball fan, they were great seats, for a 2 year old who wanted to continuously put his hands through the fence, not great seats. Luckily it was Dog Days at the park, so lots of pooches and $1 hot dogs. We had a great time!!! There was a playground for the kiddos, a swimming pool with a bar (we didn't check it out), and like I said great seats with lots of shade!

Before we went to the game, we spent the weekend at mom and dad's in Hillsboro.

We set up the sprinkler for Connor to run through.

Connor was taking in everything!!!

My two boys!

This was Connor's first time to ever have pure sugar...I mean Cotton Candy. He loved it!!!

Have a happy Monday!

Funny things...

2009-08-06T13:41:00.001-05:00

I've been trying to keep a mental note of the funny things that Connor has said to us lately. Before that I forget I want to write them down.

*anytime we want him to do something and he doesn't want to he says "me to small!"

*"not right now, mommy" and puts his hand up in the air

I cut the tip off of his pacifier last night
*"paci broke"
*"go to store, buy new one"
*"fix it, daddy"

I've been trying to potty train him
*"hiney bobo hurts, new diaper"
*"Thomas, underwear"

Connor will start school 2 days a week after Labor day
*"go to school in 2 months"
*"no like school, mommy"
*"mommy go to school"

He is into everything, terrible two's have hit, and his new thing is to push friends. At playgroup the other day he went around pushing all the kiddos. He likes to stand in the corner, if I swat his hiney he laughs, and putting the booster chair in the corner makes him laugh. I am trying to be patient. Overall he is a sweet little boy that loves life and everyone around him!!

Have a great day!!!!

A full week of Birthday Activites

2009-07-21T14:16:00.006-05:00

Last Thursday Connor turned 2. I had an entire week of activities planned for us! We had lots of family and friends over and spent the day celebrating my sweet boys birthday! Monday, Connor and I met some friends at Chuck E. Cheese. I was holding off as long as possible due to the fact that I thought he would love it and always want to go there. He did enjoy himself, but he kept saying "to small, mommy", and "no mouse, please!" He didn't like the Chuck E Mouse. On Tuesday we headed over to a friends house for our regular Tuesday play date. Wednesday I took Connor to his first "real" movie. Mom went with us and we watched "Horton Hears a Who." Connor believe it or not sat through the entire movie. He did get a little anxious towards the end. I know he liked it due to the fact that all week he wanted to go watch a "moooovie." Thursday, was the big day! James and I both sang happy birthday to him, and James even went into work a little late that day. Our friends came over and played in the bounce house that Uncle Bubba bought for Connor. Side note: It is a Little Tikes brand, and Connor loves it. If your wanting something check into it!!! We played in the water, sand, and swing set. It was a great day. That night Connor's grandparents and cousins, Kyla and Kassiday got into town and we went back to Chuck E Cheese and ate pizza and played. Friday we hung out with family went to the Grapevine Mills Mall and was gearing up for Saturday. Saturday, we had family and a few friends over to eat and have birthday cake. My moms 91 year old aunt was able to make it along with many of our relatives. Kylar and Connor were able to play and it was great to spend time with Jenn and Fausto. It was a great week!!!

Getting ready to eat birthday cake. Bubba, Connor, and Kylar jumping.

Connor and his friends at his party on Thursday.

This is the bounce house that Uncle Bubba got for Connor. It blows up in less than a minute and stores great!

This picture was taken last year on his first birthday. Wow, my little man is getting so big.

Now life has slowed down a little bit, we are getting back into our normal routine. Thank you to all our family and friends that came, helped out, and sent warm birthday wishes!!! We love you all.

Due to the number of pictures I have from the parties, I will post some more pictures on Facebook!!!

Super Busy!

2009-06-30T12:57:00.003-05:00

Where in the world did the month of June go? I think that if flew by us along with May. Hopefully I can enjoy the next couple of weeks before my baby turns the big 2! I feel that before the age of 2 they can still get away with fits, crying, and wanting to be held, but when 2 comes around potty training begins, fighting off the terrible 2's, and last but not least getting the pacifier away from him. I know that the tantrums only increase but I'm READY!!!!! We are having so much fun with Connor here are a few pictures of what's been going on in our lives the past couple of weeks.

We spent Father's Day weekend at the lake with mom, dad, and Uncle Bubba. We took the jet skies out and stayed all day. We had a blast, sunburned, but we had fun! How is it I always remember to put sunscreen on Connor, but fail to remember it for myself.

Mom and I made a stop at the farm to drop off tile for the contractors. While we were there the neighbor and mom's good friend Cookie came down and helped us feed the cows. You can't see it, but the cows reached their tongues through the fence and wrapped it around Connor's little hand. Lots of giggles came from him!!

We are showig the "cake" that we fed to the cows.

Here is Connor at the lake digging in the sand.

We tried to get him to sleep...didn't work. I think the camera caught James eating Brownies!

Last weekend when we dropped off the tile at the farm, mom and I continued on to DC to meet Annie and visit. I'll post those pictures later....have a great week.

My "little squirt"

2009-06-17T12:44:00.004-05:00

Last week and this week Connor and I have been going to "Big Squirts" swimming lessons at our local Community Activity Center. I think he is loving it. Everyday right before nap I tell him when he wakes up we are going to see Hayden (his best buddy) and go swimming. The first lesson was very successful, he did everything the instructor asked of him. Now he is way to comfortable in the water and all he wants to do is play with the instructors toys. Yesterday James surprised us at the pool, so now I have pictures to share. I couldn't figure out how I was going to get pictures, leaving Connor in the pool just isn't an option right now. He loves to splash others, kick his legs on the side of the pool, but DO NOT get water in HIS eyes! The child goes crazy. After our lessons Hayden and Connor get to go outside and play in the "big pool" (that's what Connor calls it). There is a mini slide and fountain that he can do all by his big boy self. Who knew that started this soon...but that's another blog (Me a big boy...SELF!!)! We are having a blast and he is growing up so fast. Next year he will get in the water without ME for swimming lessons!!!

Enjoy the "little squirt" pictures! This little fountain is right next to the pool. We get there a little early so that he can play in the bubblers.

This was the first time the kiddos put the life jackets on. She just wants them comfortable in them. They hated them!!!

He wanted the jacket OFF!

This is my little squirt. He didn't want his picture taken. This is another one of those things that starts way to early. "NO, mommy, NO!" I took it anyway, pictures to blackmail him with when he is older!! Can you see the ATTITUDE?

He couldn't even enjoy himself, for telling me NO.

A little bit of this, and a little bit of that!

2009-06-10T13:08:00.005-05:00

The past few weeks we have definitely stayed busy. James' mom and Dad have come to visit, we went to Arkansas for a family reunion, and now we have started swimming lessons. Connor is loving his swing set and his Nana and Papa bought him a picnic table that we have breakfast on every morning! I can't believe in about 1 month my sweet baby will be 2!!! Yikes, where does the time go. I remember sleepless nights and learning to walk. Now he RUNS everywhere and doesn't slow down until his head hits the pillow. The little boy is talking up a storm! Our favorite phrase that he picked up while we were in Arkansas is "Bye-Bye Moooo Cow"!

They loved wearing matching shirts and the name tags were a must!

Connor and James playing in the creek. The water was super COLD! He is not upset that is his fake smile:)

Grandma and Connor enjoying a Popsicle.

Daddy is teaching Connor how to fish.

Connor and I made cupcakes for Papa to take to the motor home and play. While headed to AR the stopped at Grapevine Lake and camped out a few nights. We cooked out and played at the campsite.

Enjoy your Wednesday.

On a side note, those of you who know my cousin Paige, her and Willie welcomed baby Annie yesterday. Keep them in your prayers, baby Annie is having to spend a few nights in NICU. Everything is okay the Dr.s are being super cautious. God is GREAT!!

Memorial Weekend

2009-05-27T12:56:00.004-05:00

This past weekend James, Connor and I spent the some time in Katy with Uncle John and Aunt Kiki. We had so much fun. We took Connor to the school park where John and James went to 3rd/4th grade. They had so much fun taking Kristi and I by the "old" house and seeing how much the area has grown.

We had a great time, we love you guys! (for some reason Kristi, the pictures you sent won't post on here...I'll keep trying.)

When we got home on Monday we took Connor to the pool, he and James had a blast. We saw some of our friends and enjoyed being outside together.

Uncle Eric came to stay with us the weekend before the holidays. He and I took Connor to the pool one evening while James was still at work. I think the water was still a little cold for Uncle Bubba, but he would do anything for Connor!!!

Have a great week!!!!!

Enjoying life!

2009-05-21T13:00:00.004-05:00

The past few weeks Connor and I have not been doing much of anything except playing outside as much as we can. He loves to mow the grass, go to the park and feed the ducks, and MOST of all SWIM!!!!!!!!!!! About a week ago Connor and I went to visit Nana and Papa in Hillsboro. Connor did a lot of mowing the grass AND playing outside.

Here are a few pictures of our little boy over the past couple of weeks. He is getting so big!

Innocence is Bliss...if he only knew the glasses were "girlie" he probably wouldn't even want them in the house!

He loved feeding the ducks. A few of them got a little close.

"Duckie, Mommy." "Look!"

This is my idea of mowing the grass, also. To bad we have a push mower.

Papa would let Connor drive by himself I THINK if he could reach the pedals. S-P-O-I-L-E-D!!

Happy Thursday!

He is a big help!

2009-05-04T12:37:00.004-05:00

A couple of weeks ago Connor and I made aprons together. I decided that I was tired of posting shirtless pictures of Connor so we made aprons to wear when we do projects together. We had a lot of fun painting, getting messy, and now we have these wonderful aprons!!!!

This is Connor's. Notice the paw prints...Blues Clues anybody?
This apron is mine. Connor decorated the bottom part and he also wanted paw prints on mine also.

One of the last shirtless pictures.

He loved the getting messy part.

Have a great week!!!

And it's Finished....

2009-04-27T21:27:00.003-05:00

A couple of weeks ago Connor and I flew to DC for my cousin Paige's baby shower. While we were gone James started building the play set. When we got home James had made progress (10-12 hours), but we still had a lot of work ahead of us.

James and I worked another 10 hours together in order to get it finished. This past weekend we finished putting the swing set together...sort of!!!! We had the thing 99% finished and I BROKE the swing set portion. Let me explain...Our backyard is not level, the swings were the last to be added and the 2X4's didn't quite touch the ground. While James was carefully letting Connor swing, I decided to join him against James' advice (when I asked if it would hold me so that I could swing, he actually said "No, it won't. Don't try it."). I did anyways and the beam split and we had to take the swings down. Now we are one trip from Home Depot short of being finished.

A couple of things I learned from this experience:

1. When the box says it will take 8-10 hours count on 24-32 if your lucky!!!

2. It's difficult to build anything with a (almost) 2 year old around.

3. Working until 11:30 p.m. with a flashlight outside is not fun!

4. When your husband says, "you will break it!" You probably WILL!!!!

5. Needless to say, that incident made for a loooonnngggg day!!!!! OOPS

He is so excited to get to finally play!

A regular old monkey.

Our brave little boy. He is getting so big.

AND here it is, the beam I split because I didn't listen to my husband!!!!

The finished product...sort of!!!! (minus the swings)

Today while Connor and I were outside we were talking. He said "broke". I said, "yes Mommy broke the swings" he said "NO, Dada". I told him I broke the swings and Dada was going to have to fix it. "No, mama! Dada broke." "Oh, ok" I said. He told me I was going to fix it and daddy broke it. Poor boy he is trying to help his momma stay out of hot water. When James got home today, he explained to Connor the TRUTH!!!!

THANK YOU! Connor loves his new play set!

Easter 2009

2009-04-12T20:35:00.004-05:00

Happy Easter friends and family. James, Connor and I had a very blessed Easter. Mom, dad, and Eric came down yesterday and stayed with us last night. We all got up and went to church this morning. Half way through church I got a page from the nursery, YEP Connor wouldn't stop crying. This separation anxiety thing is wearing me out. So I went and got him and he sat as quietly as a 1 1/2 year old can sit for 30 minutes. Eric, James, and I had pirate stickers all over our clothes. We came home hunted eggs, ate lunch, and put the little boy down for a 2 hour NAP!!!!

We had a few parties this past week and decorated eggs so here are pictures of our eventful week!!!

This morning after church.

James is showing Connor how to dip the eggs in the dye. Connor couldn't quite grasp the concept of gently in the bowl (meaning how he needed to put the egg in). I was afraid Connor would get dye all over his shirt, and I WOULD HAVE BEEN RIGHT!

Daddy and Connor with a prize egg.

"I found chocolate in one of my eggs, Mommy!"

This was the very first hunt, he was a little unsure of himself, but by today, he is a pro. He loves for James and I to hide eggs in the yard while he covers his eyes and then finds them.

Happy Easter!!!

Like Father, like Son

2009-04-02T15:09:00.006-05:00

I was a little late on the 18 month apt. but I took Connor to get a Hep. A shot and have his well baby exam. He is 20 months old. He was a little whiny, but he did great. He is 36 in. tall (about the size of a "normal" 33 month old) and is weighing in at 31.4 pounds. Someone once told me that but the age of 2 you can almost double their height and that is how tall they will be. So we are right now looking at one tall sweet boy.

Here are a few pictures that I have taken over the past few weeks. He is growing up so well, and I am proud to say that he has slept in his bed now by himself without waking up for over a week. We are keeping our fingers crossed.

I recently got his hair cut. He has his daddy's thick hair, when there is no humidity it falls in his face. When it is short you can see the cow licks on his forehead!

We were playing soccer out back.

He is a little ham. He loves to kick the ball around the yard.

Here they are, mowing the grass together. Connor would followed James around the front and back yards. He had so much fun chasing DaDa.

Here the boys are again head to head. Connor won this mowing battle, but then again Connor wins ALL the battles. He is saying and doing so much right now, I am loving this age!!!

Washington D.C.

2009-04-01T20:18:00.004-05:00

This past weekend James and I spent some time together taking in the sights. What a beautiful city full of history. Everyone talked about the walking, but I was still wiped!!! This small town girl even rode the subway. Connor stayed here with Nana for a few days, then Grandma came in and finished up the weekend. They said he did great, I knew he would, it was me I was worried about. I missed him, but it was nice to get away and spend time with James.
This was at the National Zoo. A fantastic place, one of the only places I would have taken Connor. They were giving the elephants a bath this morning. It was an incredible sight to see these huge animals rolling around the ground obeying the keepers. All for a simple treat!

This was the most amazing, breath-taking sight. The changing of the guards. James and I stayed for about and hour and a half. AWESOME!!! We were told that the day before the President was out handing out medals.

James purchased this piece of jewelry for me while we were there...hehehe

The tour guide said it was good luck to rub the ears of FDR's doggie. James rubbed his ears also, he just didn't want his picture taken (bah humbug)! This was the first night that I got there. Notice the flip flops and Washington sweatshirt. I was not prepared! I also purchased socks to wear. As soon as we got back on the trolley after each monument I would put them on...burr!

Here we are!! James would want me to add that not only did we see the monuments and memorials, but we also found every bathroom (via ME) in the CITY!!!!!

Connor 1 : Mommy 0

2009-03-23T13:50:00.005-05:00

It's official, James and I converted Connor's crib to a daybed with sides this past weekend. I didn't change his sheets, his crib, or the fifty billion pacifiers that are in the bed, but the BOY has not Slept In his Bed the Past THREE NIGHTS by HIMSELF. He wants James or I on the floor with him. This is making me crazy, I love my bed, my pillow and my soft sheets. The floor is a far cry from that. I know that this is a transition period in our life, but I hope it's short. For those of you who know me, I love schedules. I need Connor to be predictable, and right now he is not. Last night I went in to kiss him goodnight and almost stepped on him, he decided that the floor is more comfy than his bed (I disagree, his floor is not comfy).

If any of you Mommy's out there have any advice I am in desperate need of it!!!

The bad news is James has left for Washington D.C. today, the good news is I am joining him on Friday for a short getaway together. Nana (my mom) will come in for a few days, then Grandma (James mom) will take over the final stretch and James and I will both be home on Monday afternoon. Hopefully those two women can get my son into the routine that I need and want.

I forgot how a lack of sleep affects daily life, but I am remembering quickly now. Hopefully some of you will have some advice to throw my way. Enjoy your week!!!!!!!!!!

19 Months Old

2009-03-07T20:06:00.002-06:00

As a parent, I haven't figured out when to stop counting months for Connor's age. I'm pretty sure when he turns 2 that's IT!!! So for now he is 19 months old and here are the pictures we had made today. Connor is a busy little boy who loves to be outside doing whatever. Most days he is happy just dragging a stick around. He mimics words, does a lot of whining, and melts my heart. His new favorite thing to do is walk to the park and slide. We go almost everyday...sometimes more than once. I figure I better do things outside before it reaches 100 degrees. I will get pictures out as soon as I can.

It took a little warming up to the camera lady, but he got there. He is not to fond of the hat, but wearing it like Gomer Pile is his favorite. Nana and Papa got him new boots also!

James picked out the Easter outfit...he is a handsome little boy.

Gomer Pile...NOPE Connor Kelly!

I know that you can't see the bruises in these pictures, but we were healing from a rough encounter with the cement, then last night he "wiped Out" (Connor's loves to do) on his forehead. So now we have a red strawberry right between his eyes.

James and I love this picture. He is ready for the beach...and so am I!!!!

Well ,we hope that you enjoy the pictures. Have a great SUNDAY!!!

Win Kids Valentine's Party

2009-02-12T13:40:00.005-06:00

This past Wednesday our PTA group visited Win Kids. The kiddos had a great time jumping, running, and going crazy. Pizza was ordered, the kids ate, and playing was resumed. We are going through a little bit of mommy separation anxiety so it took a little time for him to get warmed up to the idea of running and playing by himself, but he did!!!! He good buddies Hayden (Haydi, is was Connor calls him) and Ryan were there, he loves chasing them around.

He was a sweaty mess...but he loved being bounced, falling down, and playing hard.

Connor and Hayden EATING again. This seems to be the only way for them to sit still long enough to get their picture together.

"Help I can't get out!!!"

Bounce, bounce, and more bouncing.

He really did have a great time, I think he loves having his picture made as much as his daddy does. By the end of the play session, we had stripped the pants (check out those rosy red cheeks). He was a sweaty mess!!! He fell asleep as soon as his sweet head hit the car seat.

Working Hard

2009-02-11T13:40:00.005-06:00

This past weekend James, Connor, and I met Mom, Dad, and Uncle Bubba at the farm. Dad is trying to get all the electricity installed so the contractors can finish dry walling and plumbing. So needless to say we were recruited. Mom took over watching Connor and making sure he didn't get hurt, while dad used James, Eric and I as laborers. Here are a few pictures of our time at the farm.

Sweet Connor playing in the dirt.

He was runnig to show Papa what happened to his hand when he fell down.

Look I can work...when I want to.

Taking a break to have a quick snack.

Check out my pants..."I have been working hard."

One of our Valentine parties was today, look for more pictures to come. Have a great day.

Winter Skating...in the driveway!

2009-01-29T13:31:00.004-06:00

The past few days it has been extremely cold here. As many of you know that have toddlers running around, you know that being "stuck" in the house is difficult! Yesterday the ice began melting and so I decided to take Connor outside. He has not yet gotten attached to a character or show, except Thomas the Train and that is because we got him so much stuff for Christmas. So anyways, along the way he has gotten Lighting McQueen gear also. Yesterday I put it all on him (hat, coat, and rain boots) to go and play outside. He had a fabulous time in the 20 degree weather. Yikes it was cold! He did not care. He slipped in the driveway as he was walking out, found water puddles to splash in , and loved running up and down the sidewalks. Here are a few pictures of our fun, but very cold day.

Splashing in the puddles.

Check out those boots.

splash, splash, splash

Burr it was frigid out.

Ooo, this is when he decided that holding my hand was a good idea. Plus, he couldn't get up by himself.

Enjoy your week!!!TGIF (tomorrow)!

Dallas World Aquarium

2009-01-24T20:54:00.004-06:00

On Friday one of the moms clubs that I am a member of went on a field trip. We took the kiddos to the Dallas World Aquarium. Another mom and her son rode with Connor and I. We had a blast. Before Connor was born, James and I went together when he was up here for a business trip. We always said that we would love to bring our children here. We got there when the aquarium opened, it was not busy at all. The keepers fed the otters for us, did a demonstration at the Croc tank, and we just enjoyed our time there.

This picture was taken obviously through glass. The manatees are amazing endangered creatures.

My sweet boy having a snack with a shaaaarrrrkkk!!!

Still eating with a rain forest bird. Luckily for me Connor is not yet into wanting to know each animal name and where it lives.

Here is Connor eating again, with Hayden. This is his buddy. They have a funny relationship. Connor is 4 months older than Hayden, but they seem to play great and have fun together.

Another shark....and still EATING. He carried his Snacktrap around the aquarium, and lucky for me he was not interested in feeding the animals. The shark tank was his favorite. He stood and would watch the sharks swim over him, then stand on the ledge and touch the glass as they swam by him.....so much fun!

We will have to take Daddy back in a couple of months! It is amazing for me to watch little eyes light up for the first time when they see things. For Connor to say "Mama" and point, or smile and laugh is so much fun! I will cherish these memories.

Yea for Connor!!!

2009-01-19T20:44:00.003-06:00

Tonight was a momentous night for the Kelly's!!! While Connor was visiting his Nana, Papa, and Bubba over the weekend, James and I went to my favorite store (Target) and bought Connor a "Big Boy" potty! We had previously been sitting him on the toilet with a toddler seat and giving him potty treats, but he has never pottied, but now we have a potty seat on the floor. He loves it!

I sat him on the potty tonight and went into the bedroom to get his Thomas the Train underoos to put on until bath time and while I was gone he TINKLED in the POTTY!!! YEA< YEA< YEA!!! James and I both did a little dance and Connor thought we were CRAZY!!!!

I am not getting my hopes up for potty training anytime soon, but a mother can also HOPE! All you mothers out there, you can understand. We are one step closer to getting out of diapers. In three years when he still is not out of diapers though, please don't say "I told you so." Ha Ha

Have a great week, Oh please pray for a very good friend of mine from high school, Miranda, her baby is due any day now and she is READY!!!!